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SIERRA PACIFIC PLANTS 300 MILLIONTH SEEDLING
This spring, Sierra Pacific Industries, Anderson, Ca., planted its 300 millionth seedling on its timberlands, reflecting the company’s commitment to sustainable forest management and ensuring we have forests for future generations. “I wouldn’t have imagined 75 years ago when we started with no land and one very small sawmill...
Eisenhower Health named one of the nation's most beautiful hospitals
Eisenhower Health proudly announced on July 31 that it had been included in Soliant Health's annual list of the Top 20 Most Beautiful Hospitals in the United States, securing 32,354 votes and the list's No. 9 spot (out of 20). Eisenhower was chosen from the more than 80 hospitals that were nominated. ...
New initiative aims to turbocharge wildlife-crossing construction across California
The public-private effort underpinning the largest wildlife crossing in the world, under construction near L.A., has inspired an initiative to replicate it across California.
Unseen in California, anti-Harris political ads blanket swing states
SAN FRANCISCO -- The Bay Area had a very big presence in the Democratic National Convention and the region is also playing a big role in another part of the campaign, one people don't see as much of here in California. That is the ad campaign.One example is a pro-Donald Trump campaign advertisement from the Make America Great Again PAC, that features a San Francisco crime victim. The Golden Gate Bridge is highlighted as well. The ad attacks Kamala Harris's record on crime, specifically as San Francisco District Attorney and it's getting a lot of airtime in swing states like...
Palm Desert mayor blasted over her criticism of Republican-run store on El Paseo
A Facebook post by Palm Desert Mayor Karina Quintanilla criticizing a Republican-run store on the city’s main shopping drag sparked fierce pushback during Thursday’s council meeting, with just over a dozen people decrying her post and a few calling for her resignation. After the meeting, Quintanilla largely stood by what she wrote, though...
Family and Pets rescued in Desert Hot Springs neighborhood blaze
Three adults and one baby are out of their home after a fire in Desert Hot Spring's Mission Lakes Country Club. We spoke with Cal Fire Riverside County, Battalion Chief Josh Rivers who said the cause of the fire was still under investigation shortly after 7 p.m. At that time, the flames were contained and crews The post Family and Pets rescued in Desert Hot Springs neighborhood blaze appeared first on KESQ.
Helena Lopez Named 2024 Champion for Children by First 5 Riverside County
The First 5 Riverside County Children & Families Commission has named Helena Lopez, CEO of A Greater Hope (AGH), as its 2024 Champion for Children based on recommendations by its Advisory Committee. Under Ms. Lopez’ leadership, more than 6,000 children have found loving homes through AGH since 2002. The organization...
Why Riverside County? California lawmakers want to make the Inland Empire an EV manufacturing hub
Supporters say that a bill to create an electric vehicle opportunity zone would be a big job boost. A big beneficiary, at least initially, could be luxury EV maker Karma Automotive in Moreno Valley.
How College of the Desert students can get 'instantly admitted' to CSUSB in the spring
It’s official: All three public K-12 school districts in the Coachella Valley have resumed classes for the 2024-25 school year. College of the Desert and California State University, San Bernardino’s Palm Desert Campus will start its academic terms on Monday, Aug. 26. Students at COD planning to transfer to CSUSB for the spring...
Palm Springs International Airport Keeps ‘A’ Rating
PALM SPRINGS (CNS) – The Palm Springs International Airport has maintained an “A” long-term rating from a financial services company, airport officials said Monday. The rating from S&P Global, known for providing market analytics, pointed to several key factors for the rating. Those include effective management, strong debt service coverage and a record number of travelers, which eclipsed pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels.
California experiences rare August snowfall near Mammoth Mountain
A rare dusting of summer snowfall happened in the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California overnight.The snow was spotted by a deputy in Eastern Madera County at Minaret Vista, who posted the video to their Facebook page on Saturday, August 24."While it's rare to see snow this time of year, it's a reminder of the unpredictable nature of our beautiful Sierra Nevada. If you're planning to visit, please drive carefully and be prepared for the chilly weather," according to the Madera County Sheriff's Office Facebook page.Snow was also recorded at the top of The Summit at Mammoth Mountain, which is 11,053 feet."This morning was chill. Take a look at the dusting of new snow on the mid and upper-mountain," said officials at Mammoth Mountain on Instagram.You could also see the snow on Mammoth Mountain's live webcam page.The National Weather Service sent out an alert to hikers and campers in the area to be prepared for winter conditions, including slick roads.
California tribes are urging the rejection of this casino project proposal. Here’s why
California tribes are urging the rejection of this casino project proposal. Here’s why. Tribal leaders called on the Department of Interior to reject the Scotts Valley Casino proposal, which they said is environmentally harmful and undermines their sovereignty, during a news conference Thursday in West Sacramento. Story continues below.
Palm Springs student receives national recognition for philanthropic efforts
Ava Jewell Katrenich, 17, a senior at Palm Springs High School, has been honored for her superior academic and philanthropic achievements by The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS), which recognizes top students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, scholarship and community commitment. "We are proud to provide lifetime membership to young scholars...
Family fights child molester’s possible release in Southern California
A family is fighting to stop the possible release of a Riverside man who was sentenced to prison for molesting and kidnapping a 5-year-old girl. Charles William Mix, 69, was sentenced to 350 years in prison for the 2003 kidnapping. The victim, who is now 27 years old, still isn’t ready to speak on the […]
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